In this episode, we examine the history of warriors like samurai who would learn a passive art like calligraphy, art, or gardening to balance out their martial art training. They we learn how to open ourselves up to artistic expression in everything we see or do around us. Martial Art inspired Art or Performance can be artistic when combined and transformed on the page, in writing or with music, special uniforms, or circular extended techniques like a dance. The creative process helps us to see the world in a different way and use it instead of just for the fighting arts.

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In this episode, we examine the Power of the Holy Spirit in your everyday life and the gifts that you could receive if you ask humbly. We also compare the Holy Spirit to "the Force" in Star Wars and how we can be more than we are in our Martial Art Training by combining the training with the spiritual side of yourself by embracing the commitment and spirit yell or ki hap. Lastly, we talked about tapping into the knowledge that the Holy Spirit can bring similarly to the Jedi Knights in Star Wars used the "Knowledge of the Force."

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In this Episode, we examine furthering our education no matter your age. This includes honing and refining your craft or specialty, like for example owning a business, teacher, electrician, plumber, etc. You can learn something from a Master in that field, from YouTube, or your parents. In martial art practice, do not just go through the motions, but do "Thoughtful Practice with a Purpose," so that each technique gets better and each pattern or kata gets smoother. Don't be afraid to try something or learn something new by attending seminars, trainings, and workshops to better yourself and educate yourself. "Ambition without Knowledge is like a Boat on Dry Land."

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